verbose

Day 34Level 1

vuhr-BOHS

talkative

using too many words; wordy

Part of Speech: adjective

Synonyms:

bombastic, loquacious, garrulous

Antonyms:

concise, succinct

Example Sentence:

It is no longer prudent to write a long and verbose judgment.

Related Words

praise

AK-o-layd

an expression of praise

fondness

uh-fin-i-tee

closeness, liking or inclination

self-possession

uh-PLOM

imperturbable self-possession or assurance

name

ap-uh-LEY-shuhn

a name or title

common

buh-NAAL

devoid of originality ; common

red tape

byoo-ROK-ruh-see

the body of officials and administrators, especially of a government